Wade Phillips’ departure from Denver came as a surprise to many around the NFL. The long-time defensive coordinator led an elite Broncos defense for the past two seasons, but the two sides did not agree on a new deal before Phillips’ contract expired this month.
Phillips was hired as the Rams defensive coordinator last week.
Charlie Campbell of Walter Football reported Monday that there was more to Phillips’ breakup with the Broncos than previously believed.
Campbell’s report said: “The Los Angeles Rams’ hire of Wade Phillips as defensive coordinator was met with a lot of acclaim.